Hi Students, Use this space to bring your questions or concerns about the EOCT this week. Please keep in mind that if we have taken a portion of the EOCT, we will NOT be able to discuss that part anymore, we will only be able to discuss what's to come.
Don't forget to report directly to the "computer lab" on Tuesday and Wednesday to begin immediately on your test. We will only be given a single class period to take the test, so we can't waste any time.
As a sidebar, I'd like to say that learning the grammar of any language is challenging, and the grammar of the English language is no exception. Please know that it's not as scripted and "boxed in" as say math or some other subject that has right or wrong answers. Sometimes, it's left up to the interpretation of the person. With that being said, don't get all twisted if something I say is not exactly as you learned it in Middle School or vise versa. We were all taught by different people, and our conceptions are based on that person's interpretations of the conventions of the language. If ever in doubt, use what's in front of you... the Internet, and see what others have to say. It's okay to do that now before taking the test.
I'll be online tonight to check in on your questions, or discussions with each other.
Mrs. Glenn
I have been in contact with Ms. Hawkins, and she has verified that our test is 60 mins max each day. We can't go over that time, but we do have an hour each day. You will do well, and you're on computers.
ReplyDeleteMrs. Glenn
When a semicolen can be used instead of a period?
ReplyDeleteI hope I am understanding your question correctly. Are you asking when do you use a semicolon instead of a period? If that is your question, then I'll try to answer it.
ReplyDeleteUse a semicolon between two independent clauses. Use this punctuation when your thought is the same for both clauses. Periods are more "final" if you will, and you use them to seperate different thoughts. A period can be used in place of the semicolon, but it really is too strong if you are continuing your thought.
Here is a great site I found with good examples: http://www.myenglishteacher.net/usingsemicolons.html
Hope this helps,
Mrs. Glenn
thanks =)
ReplyDeleteNo problem :) Get some rest! I'm signing off now, to go to sleep. I'll see you tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteBest wishes on your exam,
Mrs. Glenn
Hey Ms. Glenn,
ReplyDeleteQuick question: do you always have to put commas around apositives?
Thanks
-Stephanie Diaz
Hey Stephanie, appositives, can begin sentences, interrpt sentences, or end sentences. In each case, there is a comma somewhere. If it begins the sentence, the comma comes after the appositive. If it interrupts the sentences, the comma comes before it, and after it. If it ends the sentence, it comes before it. Here is what I was able to find fo you:
ReplyDeletePunctuate the appositive correctly.
The important point to remember is that a nonessential appositive is always separated from the rest of the sentence with comma(s).
When the appositive begins the sentence, it looks like this:
A hot-tempered tennis player, Robbie charged the umpire and tried to crack the poor man's skull with a racket.
When the appositive interrupts the sentence, it looks like this:
Robbie, a hot-tempered tennis player, charged the umpire and tried to crack the poor man's skull with a racket.
And when the appositive ends the sentence, it looks like this:
Upset by the bad call, the crowd cheered Robbie, a hot-tempered tennis player who charged the umpire and tried to crack the poor man's skull with a racket
Hope this helps,
Mrs. Glenn